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Azalea
'Shiraz'

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION

Compact bushy shrub with burgundy leaves. This shrub grows into a rounded shape. Clusters of large single wine red flowers with a satin sheen from late winter to mid spring, with a few in autumn. Grows best in lime-free good soil that does not get too dry. Prefers semi-shade. Hardy.

Genus

Azalea

Species

Cultivar
'Shiraz'

Common name

Azalea

Family name

Ericaceae

Place of origin

Japan

DETAILS

Height

70 cm

Width

70 cm

(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)

Leaves

Evergreen

Soil Type

Needs well drained soil / Prefers good loamy soil

Moisture

Prefers even soil moisture

Exposure

Must be sheltered from wind. / Prefers a semi-shaded site / Will tolerate moderate frosts